3217 Locust Ave

2,350 Sq. Ft.
$349 / Sq. Ft.
2,350
Sq. Ft.
$349
per Sq. Ft.

Description

A flat & sunny bicycle pedal from downtown finds you at this 5-bedroom oasis framed in greenery at the edge of Bellingham. Escape to this fully-fenced informal setting at the end of a private lane, with food-bearing gardens in full bloom and plenty of decking and lawn for backyard hangings out. Handsome, modern NW Craftsman home is built around the greatroom w/ generous dining area and huge kitchen w/ tons of cabinet & counter space. Upstairs find primary suite w/ vaulted ceilings and walk-in closet,...A flat & sunny bicycle pedal from downtown finds you at this 5-bedroom oasis framed in greenery at the edge of Bellingham. Escape to this fully-fenced informal setting at the end of a private lane, with food-bearing gardens in full bloom and plenty of decking and lawn for backyard hangings out. Handsome, modern NW Craftsman home is built around the greatroom w/ generous dining area and huge kitchen w/ tons of cabinet & counter space. Upstairs find primary suite w/ vaulted ceilings and walk-in closet, versatile bonus room/5th bed, and even a true laundry room w/ utility sink! Super usable ground floor mud space has access to the backyard and the oversized garage offers adjustable overhead storage. Don’t forget the insulated detached artist studio or the garden shed. It's all here: main-floor office w/ French doors and southern comfort shutters; natural gas fireplace w/ mantle; inviting, south-facing front porch; private 6-person Nordic hot tub; and crazy-productive greenhouse. All a short walk to the trails and beaches of the 98225.
  1. Listed by Jeff D Braimes • eXp Realty
    P: 3050-888-877-9315 jeff@braimes.com

Property Details for 3217 Locust Avenue

Community Name
Birchwood
School District
Bellingham
View
Territorial
Number of Assigned Spaces
8
Total Covered Parking
2
Entry Date
06-25-2026
Energy Source
Natural Gas
Sewer
Sewer Connected
LISTING UPDATED: 06/27/2026 09:42 PM

Property Details for 3217 Locust Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #2544908
Days on Market5
Cumulative Days on Market5
Taxes$7,814 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built2004
Lot Size0.24 AC / 10,454 SF
CountyWhatcom County

Location

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Building Information for 3217 Locust Avenue

Stories-Year Built2004Building Size-Lot Size0.24 AC / 10,454 SF

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Property Information for 3217 Locust Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Style: 12 - 2 Story
  • Building Information: Built On Lot
  • Site Features: Cable TV, Deck, Fenced-Fully, Gas Available, Green House, High Speed Internet, Hot Tub/Spa, Outbuildings, RV Parking, Sprinkler System
  • Area: 860 - Bellingham
  • Elementary School: Buyer To Verify
  • Middle Or Junior School: Buyer To Verify
  • High School: Buyer To Verify
  • Directions: Out Marine Drive, north on Locust—3rd driveway left (look for directional)
  • Bus Route Number: 3
  • Property Sub Type: RESI
  • Bus Line Nearby: true
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront: No
  • Entry Location: Main
  • Direction Faces: Southwest
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Association Phone: 360-961-6496
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Type: Attached Garage, Garage-Attached, RV Parking
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Attached Garage, RV Parking
Interior and Exterior Features
Bathroom Information
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Baths Lower: 0
  • Full Baths Main: 0
  • Full Baths Upper: 2
  • Three Quarter Baths Lower: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Main: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Upper: 0
  • Half Baths Lower: 0
  • Half Baths Main: 1
  • Half Baths Upper: 0
  • Full Baths Garage: 0
  • Half Baths Garage: 0
  • Three Quarter Baths Garage: 0
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Bedroom Information
  • Bedrooms Main: 1
  • Bedrooms Upper: 4
  • Bedrooms Lower: 0
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
Interior Features
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplaces Main: 1
  • Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile, Engineered Hardwood, Carpet
  • Basement: None
  • Features: Bath Off Primary, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Room, Fireplace, French Doors, Hot Tub/Spa, Jetted Tub, Sprinkler System, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Water Heater
  • Water Heater Location: garage
  • Room and Floor: Entry Hall-Main, Bedroom-Main, Dining Room-Main, Great Room-Main, Kitchen With Eating Space-Main, Bathroom Half-Main, Utility Room-Main, Primary Bedroom-Second, Bedroom-Second, Bathroom Full-Second, Utility Room-Second
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove(s)/Range(s), Washer
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • Fireplace Features: Gas
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating: 90%+ High Efficiency
  • Spa: Yes
  • Water Heater Type: gas
  • Room List: Entry Hall, Bedroom, Dining Room, Great Room, Kitchen With Eating Space, Bathroom Half, Utility Room, Primary Bedroom, Bathroom Full
  • Number Of Showers: 2
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Cement Planked
  • Roof: Composition
  • Appliances That Stay: Dishwasher(s),Double Oven,Dryer(s),Garbage Disposal,Refrigerator(s),Stove(s)/Range(s),Washer(s)
  • Security Features: Fully Fenced
Property
Utilities
  • Water Source: Public
  • Power Company: PSE
  • Sewer Company: CoB
  • Water Company: Water District 2
  • Power Production Type: Natural Gas
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Senior Exemption: No
  • Zoning Jurisdiction: City
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete
  • Level: Two
  • Lot Topography: Level
  • MLS Square Footage Source: assessor
  • Preliminary Title Ordered: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Special Listing Conditions: None
  • Photos Count: 33
Lot Information
  • Lot Details: Dead End Street, Paved, Secluded
  • Lot Size Source: assessor
  • Parcel Number Free Text: 3802230475330000
  • Building Condition: Good
  • Calculated Square Footage: 2350
  • Structure Type: House
  • Square Footage Finished: 2350
  • Square Footage Unfinished: 0
  • Vegetation: Fruit Trees, Garden Space
  • Building Area Total: 2350.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Elevation Units: Feet
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
Multi Family
Building Details
  • Total Uncovered Parking: 6
Rental
Rent Information
  • Occupant Type: Vacant
  • Land Lease: No

Property History for 3217 Locust Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 25, 2026

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #2544908

$819,000
May 16, 2019

Sold

NWMLS #1435199

$525,000
May 7, 2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #644598747

$525,000

+6.6% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/25/2026

Listed (Active)

NWMLS #2544908

$819,000
05/16/2019

Sold

NWMLS #1435199

$525,000
05/07/2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #644598747

$525,000

+6.6% / yr

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 3217 Locust Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$242,286Additions$537,953Total$780,239
Tax Record2025$7,516 ($626 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,351 SqFtAbove Ground SqFt2,351 SqFtStories2Lot Size10,454 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2004ZoningURMXCountyWHATCOMAPN380223 047533 0000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 3217 Locust Avenue

This home is within Bellingham Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Alderwood Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Shuksan Middle School
Public6 to 8

Squalicum High School
Public9 to 12

Bellingham Re-Engagement Program
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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3217 Locust Avenue is a single family home for sale in Bellingham, WA 98225. This property was listed for sale on June 25, 2026 by eXp Realty, it's currently listed at $819,000. It has been on the market for a total of 5 days and was last sold on May 16, 2019. This listing's school district is Bellingham Public Schools. Nearby schools include Alderwood Elementary School, Shuksan Middle School and Squalicum High School. 3217 Locust Avenue is a 5-bed, 3-bath, 2,350 sqft single family home built in 2004.

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